Contains Regulated Ingredients
EU Restricted Ingredients
These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.
Rosa Centifolia (Rose Absolute) Flower Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Rose Flower Oil/Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Cananga Odorata Oil/Extract’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration exceeds of the substance or substances: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
What does "EU Restricted" mean?
Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:
- Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
- Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
- pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
- Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
- Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients
These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.
Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.5
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
45 natural 3 unknown 7 synthetic
Based on 55 ingredients analyzed. 82% natural, 5% unknown and 13% synthetic.
Active ingredients1 active
Preservatives2 preservatives
Fragrance8 essential oils
Humectants2 humectants
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning24:Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract... +16 more
fragrance13:Viola Odorata Flower Extract, Michelia Alba (Magnolia) Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, Styrax Benzoin (Benzoin) Resin Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Seed Oil... +5 more
type of chemical entity7:Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Lightweight gel-cream — fresh, water-like feel
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Rich, nourishing — may feel slightly heavier due to active ingredients
Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.